Saudi Arabia thanks US, others for restraint over Khashoggi case

Saudi Arabia on Sunday expressed its appreciation of countries, including the United States, “for refraining from jumping to conclusions” over the disappearance of journalist Jamal Khashoggi.

The embassy in Washington issued a tweet to clarify an earlier statement in which Saudi Arabia said it would retaliate to international pressure or sanctions with greater measures.

To help clarify recently issued Saudi statement, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia extends it appreciation to all, including the US administration, for refraining from jumping to conclusions on the ongoing investigation. https://t.co/AhcsVkn7Cy